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SIR EDMUND HILLARY: An Extraordinary Life
by Alexa Johnston
DESCRIPTION ISBN: 9780670045549 Format: large hardcover with dust jacket Published: Penguin 2005 Size (mm): 260 w x 285 h x 25 d Pages: 232 SKU: FSM/2503/U
ABOUT Authorised biography of Sir Edmund Hillary.
Around the world Sir Edmund Hillary is a legendary figure - climber, bold adventurer, practical philanthropist and one of the most widely respected persons of our time.
He has survived extremes of human experience - from historic triumphs to crushing personal loss, but he sees himself as an ordinary man, persistent rather than heroic.
This lavishly illustrated book focuses on the highlights of his life, including: Conquering Everest; Journeying to the South Pole by tractor; Himalayan adventures; Philanthropist to the Sherpa people.
Illustrated throughout with monochrome and colour images. Decorated end papers.
CONDITION New with light shelf wear/spine fading on dust jacket. Images depict all need to know detail.
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